Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better perceive these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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